“Jurassic World – Fallen Kingdom” is the fifth installment of the “Jurassic Park” film series, as well as the second installment of a planned “Jurassic World” trilogy. Our J.P. gives his thoughts about the latest starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (Universal Pictures) RATED: PG-13…
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Ryan Reynolds is back in “Deadpool 2!” This time, he forms a team called X-Force, as they try to protect a young mutant from the Cable (Josh Brolin), a time-traveling cybernetic soldier. Our JP reviews the sequel. Deadpool 2 (20th Century Fox) Release: 05/18/2018 Directed by David Leitch Produced by Simon Kinberg,…
Dwayne Johnson co-stars with George, an albino gorilla. Our J.P. saw a press screening of “Rampage” and he has thoughts. RAMPAGE Warner Bros. Pictures Opens wide: Friday, April 13, 2018 MPAA Rating: PG-13 for “sequences of violence, action and destruction, brief language, and crude gestures” Run Time: 107 minutes Directed…
Based on Ernest Cline’s 2011 novel, “Ready Player One” is set in the year 2045, where a virtual reality software called OASIS helps humans escape the desolation of the real-world. Our J.P. gives his take on the latest film from the legendary filmmaker, Steven Spielberg. READY PLAYER ONE Warner…
Academy Award® winner and previous “Sidewalks Entertainment” guest Alicia Vikander takes on the role of Lara Croft in a rebooted “Tomb Raider.” Our J.P. gives his thoughts on the film that also stars Dominic West, Walton Goggins, Daniel Wu, and Kristin Scott Thomas. TOMB RAIDER Warner Bros. Pictures Opens wide:…
It’s very rare that our J.P. starts a review with the phrase “believe the hype,” yet “Black Panther” is definitely that type of film. Starring Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o, he gives his thoughts on the eighteenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). BLACK PANTHER MARVEL…
Our J.P. reviews “The Shape of Water,” a film written and directed by Guillermo del Toro and stars Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Michael Stuhlbarg and Doug Jones. THE SHAPE OF WATER Fox Searchlight Pictures Rating: R / Run Time: 118 minutes Directed by Guillermo del Toro Produced by…
Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg have finally teamed up. Our superhero J.P. reviews the long-awaited “Justice League.” JUSTICE LEAGUE Warner Bros. Pictures Opened: Friday, November 17, 2017 Rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi violence and action. Directed by Zack Snyder Produced by Charles Roven, Deborah Snyder,…
Following 2011’s “Thor” and 2013’s “Thor: The Dark World,” the crown prince of Asgard (Chris Hemsworth) returns for another solo outing with “Avenger” buddy Hulk (Mark Ruffalo). Our superhero fan J.P. gives his thoughts on “Thor: Ragnarok.” Thor: Ragnarok Marvel Studios / Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Director: Taika Waititi Actors:…
The Stephen King novel gets another scary adaptation. It was an ABC two-part miniseries in 1990 and now a big-screen feature film. Our JP, who loves horror, gives us his take on the new film, starring Jaeden Lieberher and Bill Skarsgård. IT (Warner Bros) Directed by Andy Muschietti Produced by Roy…
A big fan of The Stephen King’s novels, our JP reviews the film adaptation of “The Dark Tower,” starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Does the superfan like the film? “THE DARK TOWER” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, August 4, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA for…
Charlize Theron and James McAvoy star in the spy thriller “Atomic Blonde.” Our JP reviews the film that’s directed by David Leitch (“John Wick”). Atomic Blonde Focus Features RATED: R (RESTRICTED – under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian) for sequences of strong violence, language throughout, and some sexuality/nudity. Directed by:…
Our J.P. reviews director Luc Besson’s version of the French science fiction comics series, “Valérian and Laureline.” Previous SIDEWALKS guests Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne star in “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets.” Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets STX Entertainment Directed by Luc Besson…
The training wheels come off for young Spidey, as “Spider-Man: Homecoming” prepares for the coming of a full-fledged hero. Our J.P. reviews the film. “SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, July 7, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA. Directed By Jon Watts Produced By Kevin…
They’re back … for the 5th feature in the blockbuster film series. Our J.P. has his thoughts on “Transformers: The Last Knight,” starring the returning Mark Wahlberg. Transformers: The Last Knight Paramount Pictures Directed by: Michael Bay Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Josh Duhamel, Anthony Hopkins, Laura Haddock, Jerrod Carmichael, Isabela Moner…
Yet another swashbuckling adventure staring the swaggering, drunkard and flamboyant pirate of the high seas Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp). Our J.P. reviews “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” the fifth installment of the movie series. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES (in Digital 3D)…